Fried rice is a classic dish enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, including pork, chicken, shrimp, or vegetables. This article provides recipes for all of these variations, as well as a plain fried rice recipe for those who prefer a simpler dish.
The pork fried rice recipe uses tender pork loin that is stir-fried with a flavorful combination of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and green onions. The chicken fried rice recipe features succulent chicken breast that is cooked with a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. The shrimp fried rice recipe includes succulent shrimp that are stir-fried with a tangy sauce made from lime juice, fish sauce, and Sriracha. And the plain fried rice recipe is a simple yet satisfying dish that is made with just rice, eggs, and vegetables.
Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, these fried rice recipes are sure to please everyone at the table. So gather your ingredients and get ready to cook up a delicious and satisfying meal.
CLASSIC PORK FRIED RICE
Pork fried rice is probably one of the most popular take-out dishes out there. Classic Chinese take-out pork fried rice is made with Chinese BBQ roast pork.
Provided by Bill
Categories Pork
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Start by combining the hot water, honey, sesame oil, shaoxing wine (if using), soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and white pepper in a small bowl. This is the sauce that you'll be adding to the rice, and it's much easier to have it combined and ready to go before you start cooking.
- Take your cooked rice and fluff it with a fork or with your hands (you can rinse your hands in cold water if the rice starts sticking to them). There shouldn't be any big clumps!
- With the wok over medium heat, add a tablespoon of oil and sauté the onions until translucent and then stir in the roast pork. Add the rice and mix well. If the rice is cold from the refrigerator, continue stir-frying until the rice is warmed up, which will take about 5 minutes. If the rice was made fresh, then you just need to mix until everything is incorporated.
- Add the sauce mixture and salt and mix with a scooping motion until the rice is evenly coated with sauce. You will have to break up any remaining clumps of rice with the spatula as best as possible, but no need to be obsessive. The rice should be hot by this time.
- Toss in your mung bean sprouts, scrambled eggs, and scallions. Mix thoroughly for another minute or two and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Sodium 1086 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRIED BROWN RICE
Fried Brown Rice is a healthy alternative to your favorite takeout options. You can easily serve up more fiber, but with all the same great flavor!
Provided by Bill
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Brown rice is easy to cook. We have detailed instructions in our post on How to Make Perfect Brown Rice, either on the stove, or in any rice cooker.
- If you are making brown rice fresh the same day, let the cooked rice cool completely before using it. It's best to transfer the rice from the pot to a sheet pan and fluff it with a fork, so it can dry out and cool simultaneously.
- Day-old brown rice also works nicely, as cold rice clumps are drier and easily broken apart in the wok. Simply take the brown rice out of the refrigerator, wet your hands with a little water, and break up any clumps so you have individual rice grains. Rinse your hands with a little more water if rice sticks to your hands.
- If using beef, chicken, or pork, add 1 tablespoon water, 1¼ teaspoons dark mushroom soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon vegetable oil to the meat. Mix until all the liquid is absorbed by the meat to tenderize and add moisture. If you're using shrimp, just omit the dark mushroom soy sauce.
- Next, mix in 1 teaspoon cornstarch and set aside. We made a version with beef, but you can pick any meat of your choosing or go vegetarian with a vegetable fried brown rice.
- Mixing your sauce ahead of time is much easier than adding everything individually to a hot wok. In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons hot water and ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar until dissolved. Stir in ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper, ½ teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, and ½ teaspoon MSG if using. Set aside.
- Heat the wok until just smoking. Spread two tablespoons of vegetable oil evenly around the wok, and add the beaten eggs. Turn the heat down and stir the eggs until scrambled. Transfer back to the same bowl, and set aside.
- Heat the wok until smoking. Add one tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the marinated meat to the wok. Spread it out in one single layer, and sear for 30 seconds on each side. Scoop it back into the bowl and set aside.
- With the heat on high, add the chopped onions to the wok (there should be some oil remaining from searing the meat). Cook until translucent. If using fresh carrots, add them at the same time you add the onions. If using frozen carrots, add them after the onions turn translucent.Continue stir frying until the carrots are heated through.
- Add the cooked brown rice. Your heat should be really high at this point to prevent sticking. Use your metal wok spatula to stir-fry the rice, scraping from the bottom of the wok to prevent sticking. This is an essential technique for fried rice.
- Once the brown rice is warmed (after 1 to 2 minutes of stir-frying), pour the prepared sauce evenly over the rice. Stir fry for another 1-2 minutes to evenly distribute the sauce.
- Add in the seared meat. Spread 1 tablespoon of Shaoxing wine around the perimeter of the wok, and give everything a quick stir.
- Next, stir in the scrambled eggs. Then, stir in the frozen peas until heated through. Toss in the chopped scallions and stir fry for another 15 seconds. Use a clean spoon to taste the rice, and re-season with more soy sauce or salt if needed.
- Plate and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Sodium 544 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PORK FRIED RICE
This is my revised version of another pork fried rice recipe. I often substitute chicken for pork, and it doesn't change anything. I have used both basmati rice and long-grain rice which gives the dish only a slight flavor difference. I have also added celery in the past with good outcomes. Enjoy.
Provided by Olies
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Fried Rice Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir pork, carrot, broccoli, peas, and green onion in melted butter until pork is cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove pork mixture to a bowl and return skillet to medium heat.
- Scramble egg in the skillet until completely set. Return the pork mixture to the skillet. Stir rice, peas, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ground ginger into the pork mixture; cook and stir until heated through, 7 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.6 calories, Carbohydrate 80.7 g, Cholesterol 136.6 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 814.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SLAMMIN PORK FRIED RICE
This really is slammin' fried rice. Each bite is filled with distinct flavors from the assortment of ingredients. We love how the peas give it a pop of sweetness in contrast to the spicy and robustness of the sauce. This makes a wonderful meal or a side dish. Delish!
Provided by Georgane Vann
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Get the rice cooked in the morning so it can cool down before you need it for the fried rice. Make according to directions on the package. Make sure you salt the rice.
- 2. Mix up the sauces, the garlic/chili paste, and the sesame oil in a small bowl or measuring cup and set aside. Scramble the eggs in a small non-stick skillet.
- 3. Put 2 tbsp oil in large pan like a wok or a large pot ... what ever you have. Saute the carrots and celery for a few minutes. Then add the rest of the vegetables (except the peas and the green onions) and cook two or three more minutes. Stir in the diced roast pork.
- 4. Add the rice to the pan and stir with the veggies really well. Add the sauces to the rice mixture and mix in well. Then add the eggs and the peas. Salt and pepper to taste.
FRIED RICE (PORK CHICKEN, SHRIMP OR PLAIN)
Anyone around SE New Mexico knows of Jack Chew's Chinese restaurants. This is his original Fried Rice recipe. So wonderful with his Sweet and Sour Pork. Yummm
Provided by Bennie Shaw
Categories Rice Sides
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cook rice according to directions (minute rice works fine).Place 2 tablespoons oil in large skillet or wok and stir fry meat until done. Remove cooked meat from pan and set aside. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet and scramble eggs until done (mashing fine). Add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Return meat to skillet and stir until heated through.
FRIED RICE
Here's a brilliant and addictive way to use up leftovers that comes together in about 20 minutes. It can accommodate practically any vegetable languishing in your refrigerator, and adding leftover cooked chicken, pork, beef, shrimp or tofu isn't a bad idea either.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories one pot, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wok or a large skillet, and turn heat to high. When it begins to shimmer, add onion, pepper and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove vegetables to a bowl.
- Drain peas if necessary, and add them to skillet; cook, shaking pan, for about a minute, or until hot. Remove them to the bowl.
- Put remaining oil in the skillet, followed by garlic and ginger. When the mixture is fragrant, about 15 seconds later, add the rice, breaking up clumps with a spoon as you go along and tossing it with oil. When the rice is well coated, make a well in the center and break the eggs into it. Scramble these, then stir into the rice.
- Return vegetables to the skillet and stir to integrate. Add wine or water and cook, stirring, for approximately 1 minute. Add soy sauce and sesame oil, then taste and add salt and pepper if necessary. Turn off heat, stir in the cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 545 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PORK (CHICKEN, OR SHRIMP) FRIED RICE
I combined a few recipes together to come up with fried rice that really hits the spot. This recipe is great for using up leftover meat, and I love the bit of flavor from the sesame oil and oyster sauce. Adjusting the recipe for fewer or more people is easy. I often serve this with Recipe #292268.
Provided by Tee Lee
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water and bullion cubes to a boil.
- Add rice and return to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes.
- Remove rice from heat, let stand 3 minutes. (The rice should be slightly undercooked so that it won't be sticky to work with).
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame oil.
- Heat oil in a wok or frying pan over high heat.
- Add rice and meat to pan and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour soy sauce mixture over rice and cook about 2 minutes.
- Add carrots, peas, green onions and lightly beaten eggs to pan.
- Cook until eggs are done and carrots are beginning to soften, about 4-5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.4, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 139.8, Sodium 1354.4, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 12
Tips:
- Use day-old rice: This will help the rice grains stay separate and not clump together.
- Cook the rice properly: Make sure the rice is cooked through but not mushy.
- Use a large wok or skillet: This will help the rice spread out and cook evenly.
- Heat the wok or skillet over high heat: This will help create a nice sear on the rice and vegetables.
- Add the ingredients in the correct order: Start with the aromatics (such as garlic, ginger, and onion), then add the vegetables, protein, and finally the rice.
- Stir-fry the rice constantly: This will help prevent the rice from sticking to the wok or skillet and will also help it cook evenly.
- Season the rice to taste: Add soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, or other seasonings to taste.
- Serve the rice immediately: Fried rice is best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Fried rice is a versatile and delicious dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you prefer pork, chicken, shrimp, or a plain vegetable fried rice, there is a recipe in this article that will suit your taste. With a little practice, you can make restaurant-quality fried rice at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these fried rice recipes a try.
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